Moving from Dallas, TX, to Oklahoma City, OK

Finding what OKC has to offer

Like Dallas, Oklahoma City is among the largest cities in its state. But with around 681,000 people, OKC is much smaller than Dallas, which has over 1.3 million residents.  When looking at metro areas, OKC has just over 1.4 million, and Dallas has around 7.6 million.  

Moving to a new state means making some changes, but unlike some state-to-state moves, OKC and Dallas are only around 200 miles apart. That means visiting friends and family back in Texas is only a short flight or a three-hour drive away! Keep reading for more info about Oklahoma City. 

Let’s look at the weather forecast 

Both OKC and Dallas experience all four seasons, but the weather is a bit cooler in Oklahoma, especially during the winter. Oklahoma City gets around 6 inches of snow annually, and low temperatures drop to 27 degrees. In contrast, Dallas rarely drops below 36 degrees and only averages 1 inch of snow per year. 

Summer temperatures are similar in both cities, with a high of 93 degrees in OKC vs. 95 degrees in Dallas. Annual rainfall is also close in both places, between 36 and 39 inches per year. 

Interesting OKC facts 

Oklahoma City has a fascinating history rooted in the American frontier. Check out these fun facts: 

• Famous Wild West outlaws Jesse James and Belle Starr are known to have visited the city frequently. 
• OKC is known as the “Horse Show Capital of the World.” 
• Oklahoma City has only been the state capital since 1910; the previous location was Guthrie. 
• The city was founded during the “Land Run” in April 1889. 
• The town is a key stop on Historic Route 66. 

Sports in Oklahoma City 

While professional sports are more prominent in Dallas — you’ve probably heard of Dallas Cowboys Football — OKC also has some teams to cheer on.  

The city is home to the Oklahoma City Thunder of the NBA. There are also minor league teams, including the Oklahoma City Comets (baseball), the Oklahoma City Energy FC (soccer) and the Oklahoma City Ice Hawks (hockey). Don’t miss other sporting events with NCAA college athletics with the major universities in the area.  

Remington Park hosts Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse races, and there are multiple shows and equine events at the state fairgrounds each year. 

Have a stress-free move to Oklahoma with U-Pack

Looking for an easy way to move long distance? U-Pack® can help! With service centers near Dallas and Oklahoma City, we offer exceptional service and affordable self-moving options to ensure your belongings are safely transported. For more info, call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 or request a free quote online!